What percentage of Seoul to Los Angeles flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 18.6% of flights from Seoul to Los Angeles have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stops observed was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one connection.

How long is the flight from Seoul to Los Angeles?

The typical direct flight from Seoul to Los Angeles has a duration of 11 hours and 15 minutes. This route covers an approximate distance of 9626 kilometers. Flights with one stop typically take longer, averaging around 16 hours. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

How much more do direct flights from Seoul to Los Angeles cost?

Historically, direct flights from Seoul to Los Angeles have been about 9% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $810, while connecting flights had a median price of $743. Direct flights constituted approximately 20.5% of the available options across the trailing quarter. This premium reflects the convenience of a non-stop journey.

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Seoul to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles

A typical journey from Seoul to Los Angeles takes about 22h 30m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a significant distance of 9626 kilometers.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Seoul to Los Angeles, fares right now are above the typical level. Prices typically range from $635–$1322, with a median of $772. Only 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles? The most affordable month to fly is typically February, with a median fare of $560. Other cost-effective months include May, with a median of $622, and December, where the median fare is $696.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 18.6% of recent fares being direct flights from Seoul to Los Angeles. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive fares.

How much is a round trip from Seoul to Los Angeles

Regular price: $660 - $1,475

Prices for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles is between $660 and $1475. The current lowest deal is $685 with Air Premia, for travel from Dec 15-Dec 30.

now $685

Low $660

High $1,475

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles is February, with a median price of $560. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1367. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $560

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,367

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Seoul to Los Angeles

Air Premia

Last-minute flights going from Seoul to Los Angeles

Wed, Sep 16

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ICN - Los Angeles

Seoul (ICN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Air Premia

$829

$717

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Los Angeles

Seoul (ICN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

United Airlines

$917

$772

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Los Angeles

Seoul (ICN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

United Airlines

$985

$772

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Los Angeles

Seoul (ICN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Air Premia

$994

$820

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Los Angeles

Seoul (ICN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Air Premia

$755

$688

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Los Angeles

Seoul (ICN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Air Premia

$977

$739

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

$977 → $743

24%

2 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 17

$999 → $771

23%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$977 → $756

23%

1 night

Sep 16 - Sep 17

$992 → $776

22%

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Seoul - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Seoul to Los Angeles are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $560

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 22h 30m

Flights from Seoul to Los Angeles typically take 22h 30m, with one stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are less common

Only 18.6% of recent flights from Seoul to Los Angeles were direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Premia has direct flights

Air Premia offers direct flights from Seoul to Los Angeles.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles appear frequently.

Seoul main airports to depart from

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Fly from Incheon International for a wide selection of flights from Seoul to Los Angeles.

📍 ~48 km from Seoul city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$573

Gimpo International (GMP)

Gimpo International offers another option for flights departing from Seoul to Los Angeles.

📍 ~17 km from Seoul city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$934

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Arrive at Los Angeles International for convenient access to Los Angeles and surrounding areas.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$572

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank (BUR) is a useful alternative for its proximity to North Los Angeles and easier terminal navigation.

📍 ~20 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$711

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles have been found when booking 0-6 days before departure, with an average price of $680. Prices tend to increase for bookings made further in advance; for example, flights booked 28-59 days out typically average around $1303. Even bookings made 60+ days in advance show an average price of $929. This suggests that last-minute bookings have offered the most favorable prices across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Seoul to Los Angeles has been $635 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $772. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $1322 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $635 threshold.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles, with a median price of $560. May also offers competitive prices, with a median of $622. The annual median price for this route is $772, indicating that these months typically offer savings compared to the yearly average. December, while listed among cheaper months at $696, was also the most expensive month observed.

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Seoul to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles

A typical journey from Seoul to Los Angeles takes about 22h 30m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a significant distance of 9626 kilometers.

How much is a round trip from Seoul to Los Angeles

Regular price: $660 - $1,475

Prices for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles is between $660 and $1475. The current lowest deal is $685 with Air Premia, for travel from Dec 15-Dec 30.

now $685

Low $660

High $1,475

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles

February

Cheapest

Flights from $560

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,367

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Seoul to Los Angeles

Air Premia

Last-minute flights going from Seoul to Los Angeles

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Los Angeles

Seoul (ICN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Air Premia

$829

$717

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Los Angeles

Seoul (ICN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

United Airlines

$917

$772

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Los Angeles

Seoul (ICN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

United Airlines

$985

$772

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Los Angeles

Seoul (ICN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Air Premia

$994

$820

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Los Angeles

Seoul (ICN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Air Premia

$755

$688

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Los Angeles

Seoul (ICN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Air Premia

$977

$739

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

$977 → $743

24%

2 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 17

$999 → $771

23%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$977 → $756

23%

1 night

Sep 16 - Sep 17

$992 → $776

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles

Seoul - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Seoul to Los Angeles are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $560

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 22h 30m

Flights from Seoul to Los Angeles typically take 22h 30m, with one stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are less common

Only 18.6% of recent flights from Seoul to Los Angeles were direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Premia has direct flights

Air Premia offers direct flights from Seoul to Los Angeles.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles appear frequently.

Seoul main airports to depart from

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Fly from Incheon International for a wide selection of flights from Seoul to Los Angeles.

📍 ~48 km from Seoul city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$573

Gimpo International (GMP)

Gimpo International offers another option for flights departing from Seoul to Los Angeles.

📍 ~17 km from Seoul city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$934

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Arrive at Los Angeles International for convenient access to Los Angeles and surrounding areas.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$572

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank (BUR) is a useful alternative for its proximity to North Los Angeles and easier terminal navigation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

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Seoul to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Seoul to Los Angeles

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles

Direct flights from Seoul to Los Angeles

Last-minute flights going from Seoul to Los Angeles

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles

Popular Airports to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles

Seoul - Los Angeles route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $560

Flights typically take 22h 30m

Direct flights are less common

Air Premia has direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Seoul main airports to depart from

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

Best Elite deals to Los Angeles

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

When should I buy Seoul to Los Angeles tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Seoul to Los Angeles?

What's the best month to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles?

What percentage of Seoul to Los Angeles flights are direct?

How long is the flight from Seoul to Los Angeles?

How much more do direct flights from Seoul to Los Angeles cost?

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Flights to Los Angeles from other cities

Seoul to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Seoul to Los Angeles

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles

Direct flights from Seoul to Los Angeles

Last-minute flights going from Seoul to Los Angeles

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles

Popular Airports to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles

Seoul - Los Angeles route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $560

Flights typically take 22h 30m

Direct flights are less common

Air Premia has direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Seoul main airports to depart from

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

Best Elite deals to Los Angeles

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

When should I buy Seoul to Los Angeles tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Seoul to Los Angeles?

What's the best month to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles?